Religious Studies Teacher - High-Performing School in Harrogate

Marchant Recruitment; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency seeks a Religious Studies Teacher for a secondary school in Harrogate from January 2026. The successful candidate will teach KS3 & KS4, contributing to an inclusive department that encourages critical thinking and global understanding. The school is known for its high academic standards and supportive atmosphere, offering excellent facilities and continuous professional development. Interested candidates should submit their CV promptly.

Benefits

Excellent CPD and mentoring support

Outstanding student behaviour and engagement

Well-resourced humanities department

Qualifications

• Experience teaching KS3 and KS4 curriculum in Religious Studies.
• Strong commitment to student development and engagement.
• Ability to foster critical thinking and respect for diversity.

Responsibilities

• Teach Religious Studies to a diverse student body.
• Contribute to a supportive and inclusive department.
• Engage students through innovative teaching methods.

Job description

• Religious Studies Teacher required January 2026
• Good mixed school based in Harrogate
• Religious Studies Teacher to join a motivated and well-supported department

Our Client is looking for a Religious Studies Teacher to work within a thriving and inclusive mixed secondary school in Harrogate. The successful RS Teacher will teach KS3 & KS4 contributing to a department that values open discussion critical thinking and global understanding.

School Information

This large 1118 comprehensive has around 1250 students and a reputation for high academic standards with 94% achieving grades 94 in English and Maths. The Religious Studies department plays an important role in the schools culture encouraging students to develop moral awareness empathy and respect for diversity.

The school itself offers exceptional facilities including modern classrooms a dedicated humanities suite and well‑equipped study areas. Staff describe the environment as professional supportive and inspiring. Teachers benefit from a leadership team that promotes innovation wellbeing and collaboration.

The school invests heavily in continuous professional development and values teachers who are reflective creative and committed to helping students reach their potential. It maintains strong links with the local community often hosting cultural and charity events that complement the curriculum.

• Excellent CPD and mentoring support
• Outstanding student behaviour and engagement
• Well‑resourced humanities department with up‑to‑date materials

Salary: Paid to scale on MPS / UPS

Application

To be considered for this Religious Studies Teacher position please submit your CV as soon as possible.

Key Skills

Acting, Anti Money Laundering, Marketing & Promotions, HR Development, Dsp, Maintenance Engineering

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1